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Extension Program Assoiate
Education
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Permanent
Part Time
1-3
Pay range: $25.00-$28.75 an hour
Direct Employer
Extension Program Associate 2 (Job Code 8316A2), Civil Service

Part-time, 50% FTE (20 hours/week)
Pay range: $25.00-$28.75 an hour; depending on education/qualifications/experience

Application Deadline: July 15, 2025


Locations and Appointment (Positions work in the county area. City notes the location of the office.):
Olmsted County (Rochester) - 50%, 20 hours per week
Waseca County (Waseca) – 50% 20 hours per week

This 4-H Program Associate is a community-based position in University of Minnesota Extension. The position is a link between the land grant University research and Minnesota residents by creating learning opportunities that address local needs.

This position works in partnership and in collaboration with a full-time P&A level Extension Educator to support the county and works with adults to lead, manage and steward 4-H Youth Development programs and program operations and volunteer systems. This role will work collaboratively with the counties Extension educator, youth, families, volunteers, community partners, and University faculty/staff to reach two overarching program goals: 1) Youth will learn by developing a passion in their areas of interest; 2) Youth will lead by being innovators and social change agents. This role ensures program quality, growth, retention, and impact while ensuring potential and current participants have full access to programs, services, and facilities.

Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree and two (2) years of experience in a direct youth development role (as a member, volunteer, leader, paid staff member, or some combination) OR education and related experience to equal six (6) years.
Experience effectively interacting with people from various cultural backgrounds, including race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, socioeconomic status, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation, and other aspects of human diversity.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks, timelines, and schedules while maintaining high quality of work and working with minimal supervision.
Evidenced ability to effectively communicate in English using oral and written communication methods (e.g., business correspondence, publications, presentations, web, and social media).

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
Continuous learning opportunities through professional training
Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
University HSA contributions
Disability and employer-paid life insurance
Employee wellbeing program
Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
Financial counseling services
Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost


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ABOUT EXTENSION

University of Minnesota Extension is a major outreach arm of the University of Minnesota with a mission to serve the public through applied research and education. Our mission is to make a difference by connecting community needs and University resources to address critical issues in Minnesota. Extension strives to attract and retain high-quality, passionate employees, and weave diversity, equity and inclusion into all aspects of Extension’s programming and employee engagement.





Diversity

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu

Employment Requirements

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.
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Waseca
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MN: Rochester